A big win for Aurora on Homecoming night highlighted the area football games of the week. The Huskies were the lone team to come away with the win while Giltner, High Plains and Hampton all suffered... + continue reading

Aurora’s downtown shops were filled with awe-inspiring artistry during Saturday’s Art Walk when around 20 talented individuals shared their creative passions.
In its third year of... + continue reading

The 60-inch canvas in Tanya Grosshans home studio reflects just have far she’s come in the art world.
What started out as a childhood love for painting evolved into a passion for all things... + continue reading

Giltner music teacher Sarah Consbruck is this year’s recipient of the Unsung Heroes award from Voya Financial due to her innovative teaching program focusing on the use of world drums in the... + continue reading

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Nearly 30 people showed up Sept. 12 to continue discussions with the city about the 1st Street paving project.
Homeowners located in the proposed paving district shared their thoughts on an issue scheduled for a council decision Sept. 26. The public hearing offered a final opportunity for the public to voice their concerns or support for the... + continue reading

Fifteen area residents spent the last year researching the Hamilton County Ambulance Service, searching for ways to cut costs while maintaining quality service. The Emergency Medical Services Focus Group released the results of that study in a 42-page document. Click the link to view the full report and see this week's print or e-edition... + continue reading

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Aurora’s downtown shops were filled with awe-inspiring artistry during Saturday’s Art Walk when around 20 talented individuals shared their creative passions.
In its third year of existence, the Art Walk has been able to continue its expansion of sharing the many talents of local and area artists.
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The University of Nebraska at Kearney named the Grossnicklaus family of Aurora as its Outstanding Family Award winner for 2017. Chancellor Doug Kristensen, far right, recognized UNK senior Luke Grossnicklaus and his parents, Kelly and Karen, at Saturday’s Loper football game. See this week's print or e-edition for more details.... + continue reading

The Highway 14 underpass in Aurora remains closed while work continues to repair damage from last week's collision when a wind turbine component being transported by truck hit the bridge structure. No date has been given regarding an expected opening.
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A big win for Aurora on Homecoming night highlighted the area football games of the week. The Huskies were the lone team to come away with the win while Giltner, High Plains and Hampton all suffered... + continue reading

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When an emergency situation arises in Hamilton County residents here know they can depend on quality EMS care. On that point, there is no debate.
If you or someone you love is having a heart attack... + continue reading

Ag Life

With harvest just around the corner, it is the perfect time of year to spark a conversation about farm safety. That is exactly what Risto Rautiainen, professor of environmental, agricultural and... + continue reading